Modifications to Ruhlman’s Hoppin’ John (think of it as chili-style):
-saute onions in butter and olive oil to the point of caramellizing.
-add salt and spices (bay leaf, cumin, pepper flakes, and black pepper, smoked paprika (my addition)).
-add tomatoes and juice, carrots, and peas.
-simmer until it gets thick.

I used frozen blanched black eyed peas from Kings Red and White market, so I didn’t do the precooking step.